2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Honda S600 would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1965 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1965 Honda S600 | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | CTS | S600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |